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Costochondritis

Costochondritis is a benign, though painful, inflammation of the chest-wall. It's estimated to account for more than a quarter of the chest-pain cases in adults. ( ref. Musculoskeletal Sports and Spine Disorders pp 171-173 )

The cause is unknown. Some instances are due to over-exertion or trauma, and bacterial infection has also been suggested.

It usually resolves in a few weeks without treatment, but can also last for several months.

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